Videos tagged with Instinctive Fire

This video explores retro long gun techniques, specifically hip firing bolt-action rifles, the M1 Garand, and shotguns, as practiced in the mid-20th century. The instructors demonstrate and analyze the effectiveness of these close-quarters combat methods, noting the challenges in achieving accuracy due to natural point of aim being high and the weapon's tendency to slide. While not recommended for modern training, the techniques are shown to be functional for their intended close-range applications.

This guide details the instinctive hip firing technique, as demonstrated by retired Navy SEALs Dorr and Coch. Originally used in Vietnam for extremely close engagements, the technique emphasizes pointing the firearm using body alignment rather than traditional sights. While dated, the instructors confirm its effectiveness in specific, high-stress, close-range scenarios.

This guide details Short Range Marksmanship (SRM) techniques as taught by expert military instructor Harold Cabunoc. It covers essential combat stances and three primary firing methods: Aimed Fire, Pointed Fire, and Instinctive Fire, emphasizing rapid engagement at distances of 5-20 meters. The instruction is geared towards practical combat application in sudden, close-quarters engagements.